How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Tennessee?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Tennessee
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $414, with most between $328 and $838 ($936 cash/self-pay). Based on 97 Tennessee hospitals — 51% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $3,244 (7.8× higher).
Source: medians across 97 Tennessee hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Tennessee — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $414, with most between $328 and $838, based on 97 Tennessee hospitals. That's 51% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Tennessee?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Tennessee run around $936. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,244), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Tennessee hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Tennessee hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $3,244 — roughly 7.8× the $414 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Tennessee?
Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $414), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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